The ASUS Zenbook 14 Flip OLED (UP3404) is a versatile and powerful laptop that can quickly transform into a tablet, a stand, or a tent. It features a stunning ASUS Lumina OLED display, a fast processor, a long-lasting battery, and a sleek design. But how does it perform in real life? Let’s find out.
ASUS Zenbook 14 Flip OLED (UP3404) specs
| Display | 14-inch 2.8K ASUS Lumina OLED Display, 2880×1800, 16:10, 0.2 ms response time, 550 nits peak brightness, 100% DCI-P3 color gamut, VESA CERTIFIED Display HDR True Black 500, PANTONE Validated, TÜV Rheinland-certified, Touch Screen, Glossy |
| Processor | 13th Gen Intel Core i7-1360P 13th Gen Intel Core i5-1340P |
| GPU | Intel Iris Xe |
| RAM/Storage | Up to 16GB LPDDR5 RAM Up to 512GB PCIe 4.0 x4 SSD |
| Front Camera | FHD IR Camera |
| I/O Ports | 1x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A 2x Thunderbolt 4 1x HDMI 2.1 TMDS 1x 3.5mm Combo Audio Jack |
| Connectivity | Wi-Fi 6E, Bluetooth 5.3 |
| Others | Backlit Chiclet Keyboard with 1.4mm Key-travel, Touchpad, Office Home and Student 2021, US MIL-STD 810H Military-Grade Standard, Trusted Platform Module, Harman/Kardon Speakers, Dolby Atmos, ASUS Antibacterial Guard, Windows Hello, ASUS Pen 2.0 |
| OS | Windows 11 Home |
| Dimensions | 12.26 x 8.80 x 0.63 ~ 0.63 inches 1.5 kg / 3.3 lbs |
| Battery | 75Wh Li-ion, 65W USB-C AC Adapter |
Design & Build
The ASUS Zenbook 14 Flip OLED (UP3404) is a beautiful laptop built for versatility and durability. It has a sleek and modern design and features an ultra-lightweight and ultra-thin aluminum chassis that weighs only 1.5 kg (around 3.3 lbs.), and measures just 15.9 mm (0.6 inches) thick.
In terms of aesthetics, the ZenBook 14 Flip OLED is as premium and elegant as it gets, thanks to the smooth metal finish on the lid and a matte black chassis. It also incorporates ASUS’ new logo design, which adds a subtle but stylish element.
One of the most impressive features of the Zenbook 14 Flip OLED is its sturdy hinge, which allows the display to be rotated 360 degrees. It has been tested with over 20,000 open/close cycles to ensure it lasts. Moreover, the laptop itself meets the U.S. military-grade MIL-STD-810H standards, meaning it can withstand drops, shocks, and extreme temperatures.
The hinge lets you switch between four modes — laptop, tablet, stand, and tent — depending on your needs. I found the hinge well-built and doesn’t give or wobble when using the touchscreen. As for the military-grade durability, I have not personally tested its effectiveness (I don’t have the strength of character to do), but knowing this gives me peace of mind that it can withstand the rigors of a daily driver.
The keyboard and touchpad are responsive and accurate, offering a smooth user experience. The full-size backlit keyboard has a 1.4 mm key travel, which is springy and easy to type on. While the large ErgoSense touchpad is smooth and offers plenty of space for navigation. Our review unit, however, did not come with the backlit number keypad found on other Zenbook models. Honestly, I never used it on my previous daily, the ASUS Zenbook S 13 OLED. I probably wouldn’t use it here either if it were there.
Another notable feature of the Zenbook 14 Flip OLED is its FHD 3DNR IR camera that supports Windows Hello facial recognition. It allows for a secure and quick login, which works fine.
Additionally, the laptop has an array microphone and offers noise cancellation for clearer audio.
ASUS Lumina OLED Display
The ASUS Zenbook 14 Flip OLED UP3404 boasts a stunning 14-inch ASUS Lumina OLED display with a resolution of 2880×1800 pixels. It is bright, colorful, and has excellent viewing angles. The screen is great for productivity tasks and entertainment like watching movies, editing photos, or working on documents and other projects.
This ASUS Lumina OLED display has a high contrast ratio, producing deep blacks with vibrant and accurate colors. It is complemented by several advanced technologies that make it one of the best on the market:
- It has a 100% DCI-P3 color gamut, which is good news for color-sensitive content creators.
- It is TÜV Rheinland Eye Care certified for low blue light emissions, which makes it safe to use for extended periods without straining your eyes.
- The display is Pantone Validated, ensuring it can accurately reproduce Pantone colors.
- Additionally, it supports VESA DisplayHDR 500 True Black, a high dynamic range (HDR) standard that provides deep blacks and bright whites, making it ideal for watching movies or playing games with HDR content.
The ZenBook 14 Flip OLED also has a thin-bezel design with a 16:10 aspect ratio. It makes for a more immersive viewing experience that maximizes the screen space while keeping the laptop at a reasonably compact size. However, the glossy surface can cause some glare. It also has up to 550-nits peak brightness.
The display also supports ASUS Pen 2.0, an active stylus that can detect 4096 levels of pressure sensitivity which samples incredibly fast at 266Hz, and has less than 36 ms of latency. It also has 4 interchangeable pen tips to suit different scenarios or user preferences, and the weight and feel of a natural pen.
The stylus has a hidden USB-C charging port. It can charge up to 100 percent in 30 minutes with over 140 hours of use. It also has a one-click launch via Bluetooth, allowing users to quickly capture a screenshot, or jump to the next page of a presentation.
I/O Ports
The ASUS Zenbook 14 Flip OLED UP3404 has a good selection of I/O ports. It has one USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A port on the left side. While on the right, there are two Thunderbolt 4 USB-C ports, an HDMI 2.1 port, and an audio combo jack.
This gives you plenty of options for connecting peripherals and external displays. The Thunderbolt 4 ports mean they can be used to connect high-speed external devices, such as external hard drives and displays.
In practice, however, the charger takes up one of the USB-C ports, leaving you with just one other USB-C port when plugged in. The USB-A port is a good addition for compact devices, providing an option for a wireless charger or a thumb drive.
Performance
The ASUS Zenbook 14 Flip OLED UP3404 delivers excellent performance for everyday tasks and demanding applications. Our review unit is powered by a 13th gen Intel Core i7-1360P processor, which features the Intel Evo standard, promising the latest CPU with faster performance, an ultra-thin and ultra-light body, and the latest intelligent features for today’s digital nomad.
In addition to the powerful processor, the laptop comes with Intel Iris Xe graphics, 16GB of LPDDR4X RAM, and a 512GB PCIe NVMe SSD. It runs on the Windows 11 Home operating system, pre-installed with Microsoft Office Home and Student edition and some ASUS apps and utilities.
The combination of the Intel Core i7 processor and 16GB of RAM provides a smooth and responsive performance for everyday tasks such as web browsing, document editing, and video streaming. It’s also a great productivity tool for a daily driver, able to handle many tasks, even more demanding ones such as photo editing without any problems.
Benchmark scores (Power mode: Balanced)
- PCMark 10: 5,510
- Geekbench 6 Single-core: 2,205
Geekbench 6 Multi-core: 7,015
Geekbench 6 OpenCL: 12,405
Geekbench 6 Vulkan: 17,945 - Cinebench R23 Single-core: 1,584
Cinebench R23 Multi-core: 6,490 - 3DMark Time Spy: 1,646
3DMark Time Spy CPU score: 5,306
3DMark Time Spy Graphics score: 1,468 - 3DMark Fire Strike: 4,450
3DMark Fire Strike Graphics Score: 4,885
3DMark Fire Strike Physics Score: 14,380
3DMark Fire Strike Combined Score: 1,647
Battery Life
The ASUS Zenbook 14 Flip OLED UP3404 has a 75-watt-hour battery. It can survive a workday on a single charge with mixed usage of photo editing, web browsing, YouTube, and writing with around 65 to 75 percent screen brightness. You will, however, reach for the charger in the afternoon.
Good thing the bundled 65W travel charger is relatively compact, so charging on the road is not difficult.
Final Remarks
The ASUS Zenbook 14 Flip OLED (UP3404) is an excellent laptop that offers a great combination of features and performance. It has a beautiful and accurate display, a long-lasting battery, and plenty of power to handle all of your daily tasks.
If you are looking for a versatile and powerful laptop, the Asus Zenbook 14 Flip OLED (UP3404) is a great option.
Price & Availability
The ASUS Zenbook 14 Flip OLED (UP3404) is available in Ponder Blue color, priced at P89,995 for the Core i7 model, and P74,995 for the Core i5 model. It is also available via Home Credit with zero percent interest for up to 18-month installment plans. The laptop is available in ASUS stores nationwide.
The laptop also comes with a 1-year local warranty and 2-years global warranty, which you can avail of in any of the 69 ASUS service centers nationwide.
For more information about the ASUS Zenbook 14 Flip OLED (UP3404), you can visit https://ph.asus.click/Zenbook14FlipOLEDUP3404.
